Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Bill to require post‑consumer recycled content in plastic products draws support from environmental groups and pushback from industry
Summary
House Bill 69 would establish minimum post‑consumer recycled (PCR) content requirements for certain plastic products sold in Maryland. Proponents say mandates would create reliable markets for recycled material; manufacturers and retailers warned of implementation challenges and food‑contact safety concerns.
House Bill 69, sponsored by Delegate Jen Terrasa, would create a post‑consumer recycled (PCR) content program administered by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). Producers of covered plastic products sold in Maryland would register, pay program fees, and meet phased minimum PCR requirements. The sponsor described the policy as a way to create stable demand for recycled plastic and stimulate recyclers and secondary markets.
"This legislation seeks to reduce the demand for virgin plastic, create a market for post consumer recycled material, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions," sponsor Delegate Jen Terrasa told the…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
